African Clawed Frog     Xenopus laevis

Grows to: 5"

Hobbyist Level:  A hardy amphibian suitable for beginners.  Can live 10-15 years.

How Many?  Can be kept in singles or in groups.

Housing:  (Temperature- 75-85),  (pH 6.8-7.5)  Keep the tank well covered, as they can jump.

Tank mates:  barbs, large tetras, sharks, gouramis, and medium sized cichlids.  Nothing small enough to fit in their substantial mouth.

Feeding:  Carnivorous, feed shrimp pellets, sinking pellets, blood worms, krill.

Natural Habitat:  Along the Western Rift Valley of Africa in ponds, lakes, and streams.  In their natural environment during droughts, they will migrate between water sources or burrow in the mud where they may remain dormant for ten months.   Frogs sold at Elmer's are domestically bred.

Color Varieties:   Albino African Frog

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